System and method for dynamically configuring a multi-model node table

Abstract

A system and method are described for dynamically generating a table containing data from multiple model nodes. For example, a computer-implemented method according to one embodiment of the invention comprises: displaying a plurality of attributes from multiple different nodes of an application; providing a user interface allowing a user to select attributes from the plurality of attributes to be displayed as columns within a table; receiving an identification of a set of attributes within the plurality of attributes selected by the user; and storing the identification of the set of attributes as configuration data within local data storage, the local data storage being separate from a system data storage in which program code and data for the application is maintained.

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BACKGROUND[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]This invention relates generally to the field of data processing systems. More particularly, the invention relates to a system and method for dynamically configuring a table with data from multiple model nodes.[0003]2. Description of the Related Art[0004]Multi-Tiered Enterprise Computing Systems[0005]Traditional client-server systems employed a two-tiered architecture such as that illustrated in FIG. 1a. Applications 102 executed on the client side 100 of the two-tiered architecture are comprised of a monolithic set of program code including a graphical user interface component, presentation logic, business logic and a network interface that enables the client 100 to communicate over a network 103 with one or more servers 101. A database 104 maintained on the server 101 provides non-volatile or “persistent” storage for the data accessed and / or processed by the application 102.[0006]The “business logic” component of the application repre...

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Benefits of technology

Enables dynamic table generation and customization, allowing users to add new columns from multiple RFC calls, improving flexibility and scalability by separating configuration data from system data, reducing the need for updating client-side code and enhancing personalization options.

Problems solved by technology

The limitations of the two-tiered architecture illustrated in FIG. 1a become apparent when employed within a large enterprise.

For example, installing and maintaining up-to-date client-side applications on a large number of different clients is a difficult task, even with the aid of automated administration tools.

Moreover, a tight coupling of business logic, presentation logic and the user interface logic makes the client-side code very brittle.

Changing the client-side user interface of such applications is extremely hard without breaking the business logic, and vice versa.

This problem is aggravated by the fact that, in a dynamic enterprise environment, the business logic may be changed frequently in response to changing business rules.

Accordingly, the two-tiered architecture is an inefficient solution for enterprise systems.

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